This winter, embrace the Norwegian concept of friluftsliv and find ways to enjoy being outdoors.
Once the seat of Viking raiders and later a major north European power, Denmark has evolved into a modern, prosperous nation that is participating in the general political and economic integration of Europe. It joined NATO in 1949 and the EEC (now the EU) in 1973. However, the country has opted out of certain elements of the EU's Maastricht Treaty, including the European Economic and Monetary Union, European defense cooperation, and issues concerning certain justice and home affairs.
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Hygge - The Nordic Way of Happiness Through Winter
So the days are short and the night is cold. How will you make it through? Try the Danish…
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Baby-Naming Around the World
In many countries and cultures, the act of naming a baby is more than just signing a birth…
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Nordic Food Culture
Magnus Nilsson, author of The Nordic Cookbook, discusses food culture and the distinctiveness of…
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Dempsey Thanks Danes for Military Muscle
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff today thanked Danish defense leaders for their efforts to…
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